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Clean the Machine's Printer Platen
You may need to clean your machine's printer platen if ink stains appear on the reverse side or bottom of the printout. To clean the machine's printer platen, follow these steps:
- WARNING
Be sure to unplug the machine from the AC power outlet before cleaning the printer platen to avoid an electrical shock.
- Using both hands, use the finger holds on each side of the machine to lift the top cover into the open position.
- Clean the machine’s printer platen (1) and the area around it, wiping off scattered ink with a dry, soft lint-free cloth.
- IMPORTANT
- DO NOT bend or apply too much pressure on the nine tabs (2). They could be damaged.
- Gently close the top cover using the finger holds on each side.
- Reconnect the power cord.
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